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trexteabvtch | I'm not sure if this is just an anxiety thing, me thing, adhd thing but I always overshare and make a lot of dirty or vulgar jokes in social situations and a lot of it is me as a person but I also just get worried and anxious about it afterwards. I share pretty intimate details of certain things but not like what I do ... | 2021-12-21T18:38:35.000Z | rll37m | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Oversharing and anxiety? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rll37m/oversharing_and_anxiety/ |
thejokersjester | Pretty much just the title.
I’m in college and I’ve spent the last 3 years since I was diagnosed trying to nail down a medicine combo that fits for me. I finally tried Vyvanse and it makes me feel so much better than other stimulants have in the past because my anxiety isn’t an issue here. It’s super exciting! The onl... | 2021-12-21T18:37:41.000Z | rll2k3 | 2 | 9 | ADHD | I finally figured out the right medicine combination for me and I feel like all I’m doing with my newfound mental energy/capacity is dig myself out of all the holes I ended up in | 0.92 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rll2k3/i_finally_figured_out_the_right_medicine/ |
Butterfly4896 | [removed] | 2021-12-21T18:36:24.000Z | rll1jl | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Got diagnosed yesterday, but almost feel like it wasn't legit? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rll1jl/got_diagnosed_yesterday_but_almost_feel_like_it/ |
kyletharris1 | [removed] | 2021-12-21T18:35:59.000Z | rll19g | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Took about 5MG Adderall M-F for 4 months. Stopped 1 Week Ago | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rll19g/took_about_5mg_adderall_mf_for_4_months_stopped_1/ |
mrrastos | [removed] | 2021-12-21T18:35:09.000Z | rll0mj | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Vyvanse insomnia Looking at other options | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rll0mj/vyvanse_insomnia_looking_at_other_options/ |
chuckdogsmom | I got diagnosed with ADHD early this year (31F). Since then I’ve done a lot of research and reading and it’s been so helpful to understand my world and my brain. I’ve noticed a lot of people mention sensory processing issues and I always equated it to touch, not liking the feel or texture of something and I don’t have ... | 2021-12-21T18:31:51.000Z | rlky4d | 4 | 5 | ADHD | SPD Vision processing issues | 0.86 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlky4d/spd_vision_processing_issues/ |
SlowpokeChamp | [removed] | 2021-12-21T18:31:10.000Z | rlkxns | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Wondering if I have ADHD? (Executive dysfunction, bad coping strategies) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlkxns/wondering_if_i_have_adhd_executive_dysfunction/ |
asunnystateofbeing | [removed] | 2021-12-21T18:29:23.000Z | rlkw9g | 0 | 1 | ADHD | There's this drama wherein a failed adhd med turns you into a vampire-zombie | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlkw9g/theres_this_drama_wherein_a_failed_adhd_med_turns/ |
Holocene1212 | [removed] | 2021-12-21T18:22:02.000Z | rlkqo3 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Intensity mistaken for anger? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlkqo3/intensity_mistaken_for_anger/ |
GrungeDuTerroir | I'm home for the holidays and started the process of getting diagnosed with ADHD a few months ago. I know it can be genetic and am 99% sure my mom has ADHD now that my eyes have been open to the symptoms. This is something she will never accept and that's fine but how can I handle her out it's and anxiety better now th... | 2021-12-21T18:21:00.000Z | rlkpv8 | 3 | 3 | ADHD | How to deal with an undiagnosed parent? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlkpv8/how_to_deal_with_an_undiagnosed_parent/ |
tjskie | I (25f) was diagnosed about half a year ago now with adhd inattentive and started adderall right after. I was already on lexapro and Wellbutrin for MDD, social anxiety and panic disorder, which i now think were caused (or exacerbated) by untreated adhd. About a month ago my psychiatrist and I decided to try to reduce m... | 2021-12-21T18:18:29.000Z | rlknyr | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Pre-med life vs post-med | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlknyr/premed_life_vs_postmed/ |
AdministrativeBit275 | [removed] | 2021-12-21T18:17:52.000Z | rlknhw | 0 | 1 | ADHD | How psychedelics lead me to getting the help I really needed | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlknhw/how_psychedelics_lead_me_to_getting_the_help_i/ |
LionCubOfTerrasen | Is anyone on Zoloft and actual ADD meds?
I’ve been told because I have anxiety (wondering if anxiety is actually a side effect of undiagnosed ADD) that stimulants would be bad.
Have an appointment on the 28th to discuss true ADD treatment and meds. Currently they just have me on Wellbutrin in order to ‘treat’ ADD-li... | 2021-12-21T18:13:15.000Z | rlkjwb | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Zoloft and ADD meds? A question. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlkjwb/zoloft_and_add_meds_a_question/ |
MrWeb20 | My house is always dirty and disorganized. Apart from dealing with my ADHD, I also have sleep apnea which leaves me with low energy. When my (now) wife and I were living in our first apartment (about 1100 sq ft) I had difficulties with keeping everything clean and organized, so I felt inclined to have us find a smaller... | 2021-12-21T18:12:46.000Z | rlkjhg | 9 | 6 | ADHD | So....how do you keep your house clean? | 0.88 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlkjhg/sohow_do_you_keep_your_house_clean/ |
AndresTheMonster1 | Hey everyone I just picked up my prescription from the pharmacy. I originally thought that the brand adderall was dextroamp-amphetamin but I was made aware they my last prescription was generic even tho my insurance only covers brand. Got a refill today and it just says amphetamine salts. Are they the same? It’s been ... | 2021-12-21T18:07:43.000Z | rlkfm8 | 5 | 1 | ADHD | Is dextroamp-amphetamin and amphetamine salts the same thing? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlkfm8/is_dextroampamphetamin_and_amphetamine_salts_the/ |
Word_Blerd_728 | I work from home which is great. We have meetings often and 99% of the time we don't need to be on camera. My manager reminded our team of a meeting which starts in an hour. I totally forgot about it... inconvenient, but no biggie I thought. Then we were told we have to be on camera. I was not expecting that and I'm so... | 2021-12-21T18:04:15.000Z | rlkcya | 12 | 6 | ADHD | Meeting in one hour and I'm stuck | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlkcya/meeting_in_one_hour_and_im_stuck/ |
SeanyWestside_ | So I went to see a doctor over two years ago and was asked to be put on the waiting list to see an ADHD specialist. I got my diagnosis when I was 10-11, and again had an assessment when I was 21-22 which reconfirmed.
I went to see a doctor again at the start of this month, and was discussing my ADHD and he told me he... | 2021-12-21T18:03:59.000Z | rlkcpq | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Was told 2.5 years ago I was being referred to my local ADHD clinic, found out this month that I wasn't...(UK) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlkcpq/was_told_25_years_ago_i_was_being_referred_to_my/ |
Sensitive_Mousse4661 | I went to a psychiatrist to speak to them about getting tested for ADHD. We spoke for about 30min and he said I have anxiety (I agree.)
He then said I don’t have ADHD because I did well in elementary school and people with ADHD usually struggle there and/or are hyperactive. He also said that if I had ADHD I wouldn’t h... | 2021-12-21T18:02:54.000Z | rlkbs8 | 4 | 2 | ADHD | 28, Veteran, ADHD Diagnosis struggle/advice | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlkbs8/28_veteran_adhd_diagnosis_struggleadvice/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-21T18:02:40.000Z | rlkbky | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Most Common Personality Type amongst people diagnosed with ADHD/ADD survey | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlkbky/most_common_personality_type_amongst_people/ |
_ep1x_ | Often times we have a much easier time doing favors for other people than we do actually doing things for ourselves. If that's the case and you can't seem to get work done, find a friend with ADHD and agree to do each other's tasks. It leads to exponential increases in productivity and efficiency, as you are worried ab... | 2021-12-21T18:02:24.000Z | rlkbdv | 1 | 7 | ADHD | Protip: If you have a ton of tasks to do and no motivation to do them, find someone else with ADHD to 'trade tasks' with. | 0.82 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlkbdv/protip_if_you_have_a_ton_of_tasks_to_do_and_no/ |
TheRealHicket | [removed] | 2021-12-21T17:59:59.000Z | rlk9b7 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Finallyyyyy diagnosed, ready to start stimulants then somehow get a false positive on drug screen - is all hope lost? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlk9b7/finallyyyyy_diagnosed_ready_to_start_stimulants/ |
Lumpy_Ingenuity1287 | So my daughter's Dr gave her a new prescription yesterday (appointment was at 3pm, this is semi important info) for a different dose of her meds to see if she does better with it. I just called our pharmacy to check the status of it getting filled, so she can take it today - she has to take it by 10am of she won't be ... | 2021-12-21T17:57:15.000Z | rlk7a5 | 8 | 0 | ADHD | Going full Karen: a vent | 0.4 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlk7a5/going_full_karen_a_vent/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-21T17:55:36.000Z | rlk622 | 1 | 2 | ADHD | First Diagnosis Visit | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlk622/first_diagnosis_visit/ |
BetamaxTheory | [removed] | 2021-12-21T17:51:05.000Z | rlk2pj | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Thank you Elvanse (Vyvanse) for inadvertently succeeding where several toe nail fungal treatments and 10 podiatrist appointments have failed! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlk2pj/thank_you_elvanse_vyvanse_for_inadvertently/ |
thisismythrowawayqu | Like every class I find is upwards of $2,000-$8,000 to get accredited as an adhd coach. But the accreditation isn't like actually legal in any way. I could litterally call myself an adhd coach right now.
I think coaching would be a great career path but I'm very hesitant to spend so much of my savings on something th... | 2021-12-21T17:41:59.000Z | rljvpj | 4 | 5 | ADHD | Thinking about becoming an adhd coach but it's THOUSANDS of dollars even though there's no actual legal requirements. | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljvpj/thinking_about_becoming_an_adhd_coach_but_its/ |
annbcicanb | Im 21F. I’m in the military. I have enough structure at work that I can just get by but when it comes to my personal life or personal work responsibilities, it’s extremely hard for me to function. The only time my dorm is clean is when I know I have an inspection soon. I find it extremely hard to shower on a daily basi... | 2021-12-21T17:40:09.000Z | rljubd | 5 | 2 | ADHD | Not diagnosed but I relate to everything (rant) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljubd/not_diagnosed_but_i_relate_to_everything_rant/ |
concentrated-amazing | Since [there's a genetic component to ADHD](https://chadd.org/adhd-weekly/is-adhd-hereditary/), I'm sure a fair number of you have kids diagnosed with ADHD as well. At about what age did you pursue (or stumble, not everyone knows about the genetics of this stuff) on an ADHD diagnosis for one or more of your children?
... | 2021-12-21T17:38:39.000Z | rljt5g | 1 | 1 | ADHD | When did you pursue an ADHD diagnosis for your kid(s) and why? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljt5g/when_did_you_pursue_an_adhd_diagnosis_for_your/ |
Competitive_Froyo946 | [removed] | 2021-12-21T17:35:28.000Z | rljqv3 | 0 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD and Sensitivity to (many) Substances | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljqv3/adhd_and_sensitivity_to_many_substances/ |
1BAFERD | [removed] | 2021-12-21T17:34:36.000Z | rljq7j | 4 | 2 | ADHD | Health Piper | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljq7j/health_piper/ |
Cleancontentment | I’ve been on 25mg of adderall xr daily for basically one year. The doctor who diagnosed me, who is an ADHD specialist retired a few months ago and arranged to have my file transferred to my family doctor. Coincidently my family doctor also retired and it’s been hell trying to find a new doctor who not only understands ... | 2021-12-21T17:30:01.000Z | rljmli | 8 | 9 | ADHD | Medication break | 0.85 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljmli/medication_break/ |
Chris3Crow | [removed] | 2021-12-21T17:27:20.000Z | rljkhz | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does Professor Calamitous have ADHD? [Jimmy Neutron] | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljkhz/does_professor_calamitous_have_adhd_jimmy_neutron/ |
MusicAndFairies | There are things in my everyday life that I have to do but cannot for the life of me find motivation to do it *even when* I know they’re important.
For example: job searching (as I’m out of work atm) or planning my next meal, or even brushing my teeth at night (don’t worry I still brush them but sometimes I fall aslee... | 2021-12-21T17:25:08.000Z | rljiub | 17 | 27 | ADHD | How can I make things that are not stimulating more interesting?? | 0.97 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljiub/how_can_i_make_things_that_are_not_stimulating/ |
LegendOfXela14 | I recently got an awesome remote job in corporate recruiting. Very low stress so far, and management is very hands off. The problem is, my company is so hands off that it's almost a curse for someone with ADHD. I don't have to clock in or sign in, I'm just responsible for hitting a broad monthly goal by whatever means ... | 2021-12-21T17:22:47.000Z | rljh2g | 14 | 16 | ADHD | Any tips for staying focused when you have a remote job? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljh2g/any_tips_for_staying_focused_when_you_have_a/ |
No-Bowler9589 | I decided to go to a psychologist to try medication. Aside from birth control I’ve never taken a daily prescription. Relying on anything daily feels like a terrible idea to me. My dad was always limiting when it came to medicine in my youth. Even super sick he would only give me the 500mg of Tylenol instead of the two ... | 2021-12-21T17:22:41.000Z | rljgzj | 9 | 4 | ADHD | My adderall experience so far | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljgzj/my_adderall_experience_so_far/ |
cringeqween13 | [removed] | 2021-12-21T17:22:13.000Z | rljgmz | 1 | 1 | ADHD | How did you get your diagnosis? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljgmz/how_did_you_get_your_diagnosis/ |
tortoirseshellssss | I have currently begun the process of getting a formal diagnosis, and certainly intend to keep going, but I was wondering if anyone had experienced any unexpected downsides to getting a formal diagnosis and/or starting meds. I don’t imagine you would have to disclose the diagnosis to a future employer or anything, but ... | 2021-12-21T17:17:19.000Z | rljczk | 10 | 2 | ADHD | anyone regret getting an official diagnosis? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljczk/anyone_regret_getting_an_official_diagnosis/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-21T17:15:10.000Z | rljbb4 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | High Dosage of Meds Yet Not Working? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rljbb4/high_dosage_of_meds_yet_not_working/ |
tortoirseshellssss | [removed] | 2021-12-21T17:13:24.000Z | rlj9vd | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does anyone regret getting an official diagnosis? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlj9vd/does_anyone_regret_getting_an_official_diagnosis/ |
Atomic_Pizza_ | [removed] | 2021-12-21T17:12:28.000Z | rlj93y | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I think I might have ADHD | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlj93y/i_think_i_might_have_adhd/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-21T17:05:08.000Z | rlj38r | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Really can't study now | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlj38r/really_cant_study_now/ |
taylocor | My son is 7 and has ADHD (obviously). He is medicated but is off his medicine right now because of an insurance change that was supposed to go smoothly but didn’t and happened the exact week he ran out of meds. He has done things at school that are symptoms of his diagnosis, and the principal can’t seem to let it go. I... | 2021-12-21T16:50:18.000Z | rlir7m | 22 | 22 | ADHD | Principal Calling/Emailing Me | 0.89 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlir7m/principal_callingemailing_me/ |
actompki89 | [removed] | 2021-12-21T16:47:28.000Z | rlip1g | 9 | 1 | ADHD | Is my Vyvanse dose too high? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlip1g/is_my_vyvanse_dose_too_high/ |
Ashtray1505 | I started Elvanse on 30mg. The first day was amazing, I felt my brain fog disappear. I felt motivated and energetic, I was really excited to go into work the next day.
It all went downhill whenever I started getting back pains. I have had occasional back pain for years due to my IBS, but combined with the medication ... | 2021-12-21T16:46:19.000Z | rlio5o | 2 | 2 | ADHD | First week on medication | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlio5o/first_week_on_medication/ |
vividvibrantladybug | **TL;DR: My meds (10mg Ritalin IR) are great at helping me feel better and implement coping mechanisms, but they are a little hard on my body (which I’m trying to improve, though costs outweigh benefits) and I hate that I feel like an inconvenience to others and not as easy to interact/live with when I’m off of them, ... | 2021-12-21T16:46:11.000Z | rlio1w | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Love-hate relationship with my meds | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlio1w/lovehate_relationship_with_my_meds/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-21T16:44:10.000Z | rlimj2 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD Psychiatrists in Austin Area | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlimj2/adhd_psychiatrists_in_austin_area/ |
Mindless-You1853 | Backstory, I’m waiting to be seen by a psych after being referred by my doctor for adhd and the line is 4 months long. So now that I’m on this path I feel as though I’m noticing my symptoms more, and that keeps sending me into a spiral of unproductivity. I want to know what others use to manage or even work adhd sympto... | 2021-12-21T16:41:40.000Z | rliklw | 9 | 6 | ADHD | Thread for behavioral or life hacks for adhd adults | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rliklw/thread_for_behavioral_or_life_hacks_for_adhd/ |
dwhamz | Hey friends, 2022 is less than two weeks away, which is basically tomorrow in ADHD time. Now is a good time to start making some goals. I have some tips but other advice is very welcome!
1. Write your goals where you can see them! I like to put mine in my journal and on sticky notes on my desk as a reminder.
2.If yo... | 2021-12-21T16:37:23.000Z | rlihb8 | 1 | 4 | ADHD | Casual reminder to make some 2022 goals (and go easy on yourself) | 0.83 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlihb8/casual_reminder_to_make_some_2022_goals_and_go/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-21T16:36:13.000Z | rligei | 5 | 3 | ADHD | Making simple decisions can be so difficult | 0.8 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rligei/making_simple_decisions_can_be_so_difficult/ |
TeeDee101 | Does anyone else feel dumb because the things that bring dopamine aren't productive hobbies I love bingeing on shows like the real housewives or celebrity gossip, trashy stuff. I wish my ADHD was the kind that helped someone hyper focus on intelligent stuff. How does one overcome this? I want to be smart and knowledgea... | 2021-12-21T16:31:17.000Z | rlicp0 | 9 | 3 | ADHD | My interests aren't things that make me smarter | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlicp0/my_interests_arent_things_that_make_me_smarter/ |
nolakhsa | i'm medicated btw. i was in basic training but got discharged for medical reasons. so i've lived "alone" insomuch as not having a support system and having to maintain my living space. i was PG of the holdover bay for 4 months and constantly busy. it was kind of amazing. i have never been so busy and so exhausted yet s... | 2021-12-21T16:30:17.000Z | rlibxf | 3 | 2 | ADHD | how did living on your own in college go? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlibxf/how_did_living_on_your_own_in_college_go/ |
Princess__Buttercup_ | I haven’t been on Instagram or Facebook for about five years, and I haven’t missed them at all. I spent so much time on them as I would get hyper-focussed/addicted to the dopamine from ‘likes’, and being on them mostly made me feel terrible about myself.
I’m still on Twitter and Reddit, and I would say I am addicted ... | 2021-12-21T16:29:47.000Z | rlibi0 | 9 | 11 | ADHD | App suggestions - I want to get off social media but need that dopamine hit! | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlibi0/app_suggestions_i_want_to_get_off_social_media/ |
Sun14321 | Working For FB added PTSD to the collection of my mental health disease. I resigned a few months ago and started feeling better but I haven't recovered from all the abuse. Unfortunately, did not provide any insurance to cope with the treatment cost.
I want to start my life again and move away to London but I am scare... | 2021-12-21T16:25:43.000Z | rli8ds | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Resigned as Facebook Contingent Worker | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rli8ds/resigned_as_facebook_contingent_worker/ |
mediocre_mitten | I Have been on name brand Wellbutrin in the past. GSK (before there even was generics and had awesome insurance). Have also been on generics that were horrible with side effects and just not working (One that was actually pulled of the market for being awful!).
Doctor prescribed WellbutrinSR for name brand only, THRE... | 2021-12-21T16:23:19.000Z | rli6lu | 4 | 4 | ADHD | Recommendation for GENERIC Wellbutrin SR? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rli6lu/recommendation_for_generic_wellbutrin_sr/ |
HudsonBrownies | Later this week I have a 3 month check up with my doctor. 4 months ago I was diagnosed with ADHD and my doctor put me on concerta. It honestly has changed my life. For the first time in my life I was able to relax.
The problem is that I think it’s making me depressed. I feel like an empty shell on it. Nothing interest... | 2021-12-21T16:23:17.000Z | rli6l5 | 4 | 1 | ADHD | I have a doctors appointment coming up and I’m nervous | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rli6l5/i_have_a_doctors_appointment_coming_up_and_im/ |
Arfaisland | Hi everyone, this may seem irrelevant to this sub-reddit, but I needed an input from people similar to me. So my grades weren't so great at college, and after being reviewed by a single professor who I asked this question to, they told me to pursue a bachelor. I'm mid thirties, and the idea of a second bachelor excites... | 2021-12-21T16:20:05.000Z | rli43m | 3 | 2 | ADHD | Need some advice, regarding pursuing a second bachelor or a master's? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rli43m/need_some_advice_regarding_pursuing_a_second/ |
MenuTime5231 | I would say everyones job has shaped them in some way or another. My question is in what ways has your job shaped you that you wish you could get back. Patterns, behaviors, thought processes etc.
What are ways that you COULD take those things back? Is there any real going back?
/r/adhd exists so that we can help one... | 2021-12-21T16:15:54.000Z | rli0t0 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | What are some ways that your job has changed you that you would like to take back? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rli0t0/what_are_some_ways_that_your_job_has_changed_you/ |
Mirselri | Ok, so, I've been using Ylvanse 30mg through April/May. It was a revelation to find meds that work and all, I was in the middle of prepping for exams and couldn't have been more grateful to have found something that helps me focus.
And then they suddenly stopped working in the middle of it. I made it though nonetheles... | 2021-12-21T16:14:16.000Z | rlhzhf | 3 | 1 | ADHD | One/off on Yvanse meds and now I feel garbage after taking them for the first time in months | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhzhf/oneoff_on_yvanse_meds_and_now_i_feel_garbage/ |
lizzah2211 | Can anyone else literally NOT SLEEP if they have to wake up early for any reason at all? I have a plumber coming at 7am tomorrow and the anxiety has literally kept me up past 3am.
I can’t define what I’m even anxious about - not waking up on time? Missing the appointment? Meeting a stranger? I don’t know, it’s just a... | 2021-12-21T16:14:03.000Z | rlhzax | 4 | 2 | ADHD | Sleep problems | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhzax/sleep_problems/ |
MenuTime5231 | [removed] | 2021-12-21T16:08:07.000Z | rlhupy | 1 | 1 | ADHD | What are some ways that your job has changed you that you wish you could get back? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhupy/what_are_some_ways_that_your_job_has_changed_you/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-21T16:05:10.000Z | rlhsgn | 3 | 2 | ADHD | Am I just stupid? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhsgn/am_i_just_stupid/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-21T16:03:04.000Z | rlhqsw | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Is this ADHD or am I just stupid/mentally challenged? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhqsw/is_this_adhd_or_am_i_just_stupidmentally/ |
TheSpazzerMan | [removed] | 2021-12-21T15:59:09.000Z | rlhni5 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Whats the worst adhd habit yout have? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhni5/whats_the_worst_adhd_habit_yout_have/ |
elisabeth_laroux | Switching from Adderall to Ritalin. What should I expect?
Hey fam.
I’ve been on 30mg IR Adderall for about 5 years, but then I moved and my current country only allows doctors to prescribe Ritalin. The Adderall has been working really well for me, except for needing to go up a dose.
I know they are both CNS stimul... | 2021-12-21T15:57:28.000Z | rlhm8a | 6 | 2 | ADHD | Switching from Adderall to Ritalin. What should I expect? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhm8a/switching_from_adderall_to_ritalin_what_should_i/ |
littlelunacy | This is kind of a weird one, or maybe its not, but I strongly prefer having sex in the dark or at least being blindfolded. Not only do my defenses come down in the dark, but I find that I am not distracted by external stimuli anymore and can really, really focus on the purely tactile experience of sex.
I am noticing ... | 2021-12-21T15:51:14.000Z | rlhhki | 7 | 17 | ADHD | I prefer having sex in the dark and have a hard time having sex when there is light out/on because I can't focus on being physical. | 0.88 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhhki/i_prefer_having_sex_in_the_dark_and_have_a_hard/ |
Cromlin1003 | I have been on Vyvanse for around 3-4 months 75mg. I have noticed recently that after eating dinner I will immediately experience very bad ached in my neck muscles down through my shoulders. It is usually on at dinner. During the morning/lunch I don't have this issue. Or if I eat a late night snack like a sandwich I do... | 2021-12-21T15:51:06.000Z | rlhhh6 | 10 | 2 | ADHD | Vyvanse causing shoulder and neck pain immediately after eating | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhhh6/vyvanse_causing_shoulder_and_neck_pain/ |
OnlyCattle | My brother (ADHD, not 100% sure the type) is struggling at the moment and I'd like to get him something for Christmas that would encourage him and hopefully brighten his mood. He's typically into computer games, but is very pessimistic about just about anything else. He lives with our parents and they aren't very under... | 2021-12-21T15:49:56.000Z | rlhglr | 8 | 6 | ADHD | Gift ideas for struggling brother | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhglr/gift_ideas_for_struggling_brother/ |
ddoronin | When executive dysfunction/depression hits me at an all time high, showering for me easily goes out the window. Living with roommates makes it harder because it means having to pick out somehing to wear right after the shower instead of walking out with just a towel on.
Whenever I couldn't find my towel/can't figure o... | 2021-12-21T15:49:37.000Z | rlhge9 | 3 | 28 | ADHD | Recent win: Investing in a bathrobe helps with executive dysfunction / struggling to shower (esp. with roommates) | 0.92 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhge9/recent_win_investing_in_a_bathrobe_helps_with/ |
aer1981 | This is a nuissance complaint. I just cant seem to use the car navigation. it tells me where to turn but I completely just don't register it. Im always missing turns because I am not paying attention to it. My wife always mentions to me she has to listen to it because I'm not paying attention. I might have to put the v... | 2021-12-21T15:49:12.000Z | rlhg3q | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Car Navigation | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhg3q/car_navigation/ |
GirlyThoughts | I had an items to make and mail for a
Christmas gift. I've known this forever and I just can't get my ish together. Everyday for
over a week now i've been hoping to mail it,
but these small obstacles keep getting on my way. Today's obstacle was I don't have a box that's small enough to fit it, I should have noticed thi... | 2021-12-21T15:43:08.000Z | rlhblt | 3 | 1 | ADHD | I'm the biggest procrastinator ever!! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlhblt/im_the_biggest_procrastinator_ever/ |
throwmeawatrightmeow | My 7 year old got suspended for a day for hitting the principal yesterday. Things escalated up to that point. He also got suspended for a day last week for hitting a kid and pushing other kids to the ground. He is medicated but acts rather impulsively. I asked his therapist on ideas of how to help, but I just don’t kno... | 2021-12-21T15:27:17.000Z | rlgzak | 7 | 1 | ADHD | 7 year old got suspended for second time in 2 weeks | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlgzak/7_year_old_got_suspended_for_second_time_in_2/ |
siryabadaba | Take just today for instance, 2 driving courses, another year of practicing in private, 6 driving test, all failed, 26 years old. I'm done giving a shit anymore. I'm not going to be on any effective medication to treat ADHD, just is not going to happen with how Uber controlling my mother is, and how she will ruin every... | 2021-12-21T15:25:49.000Z | rlgy5r | 10 | 2 | ADHD | I'm convinced I'm incapable of learning anything | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlgy5r/im_convinced_im_incapable_of_learning_anything/ |
Purpletoadstool | [removed] | 2021-12-21T15:24:22.000Z | rlgx2w | 1 | 0 | ADHD | Should I go looking for an ADHD/ADD diagnosis? | 0.33 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlgx2w/should_i_go_looking_for_an_adhdadd_diagnosis/ |
SirCougar | Sorry for my grammar in advance, Spanish is my mother tongue.
Hi, how are you all? I'm writing this expecting a second opinion after being diagnosed with severe anxiety for a bad reason,
I'm a 24 years old law school student, I have been doing quite well in life, went to the professional because until now I was doing... | 2021-12-21T15:24:03.000Z | rlgwsv | 11 | 5 | ADHD | Got wrongly evaluated yesterday, I'm looking for second opinions please | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlgwsv/got_wrongly_evaluated_yesterday_im_looking_for/ |
firesculpting | I’ve been diagnosed with PTSD from a decades long abusive marriage. And I know there is a lot of overlap between the two diagnoses. But I really think I may also have ADHD too. That would explain so very much. The only thing it doesn’t explain is how I was so on top of so many things during my abusive marriage. But now... | 2021-12-21T15:14:33.000Z | rlgptt | 100 | 279 | ADHD | Is it possible to unknowingly use chronic stress (and the adrenaline or other chemicals associated with that) to deal with your ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlgptt/is_it_possible_to_unknowingly_use_chronic_stress/ |
CynicalC9 | Hello, I'm a 21 year old college dude looking to get into (fairly intense) computer engineering (hopefully at Nvidia) in my future, and I wanted to ask if any of you have any insight (not in computer engineering specifically) as to how you deal with getting up and staying interested in your work all day, every day.
I'... | 2021-12-21T15:12:32.000Z | rlgock | 1 | 1 | ADHD | How do you deal with your career job? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlgock/how_do_you_deal_with_your_career_job/ |
di_makita | TL; DR - I got back from my dorm INCREDIBLY late. That's my fault, that's on me. But hearing the same reminder of "Don't leave the dorm in the middle of the night" from 15 different people multiple times doesn't feel like a reminder, it feels like a mockery.
So I left my dorm at around 7pm; gates lock at 6pm. I wanted... | 2021-12-21T15:11:11.000Z | rlgne0 | 22 | 1 | ADHD | When reminders become a mockery | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlgne0/when_reminders_become_a_mockery/ |
ZestycloseShelter107 | How do you guys keep your hands warm while taking stimulants? I’m on Medikenet XL, and my hands are constantly white and freezing.
Sometimes they’re so cold the touch sensitive buttons on my hob can’t even recognise my withered extremities. Gloves are too inconvenient (interrupting Paralysis Scrolling^TM) and I can’t ... | 2021-12-21T15:09:01.000Z | rlglub | 5 | 1 | ADHD | Poor circulation on meds! | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlglub/poor_circulation_on_meds/ |
TeeDee101 | I turnede 27 two weeks ago and I feel like a failure in life. I have nothing to show for my life. Some of the reasons I am so unsuccessful are ADHD-related but others are entirely my own fault. I only just moved out a year ago and haven't made much progress in furnishing the house because I am so poor at money manageme... | 2021-12-21T15:08:28.000Z | rlglfz | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Old and accomplished little | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlglfz/old_and_accomplished_little/ |
firesculpting | [removed] | 2021-12-21T15:07:55.000Z | rlgl1e | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Has anyone unknowingly used chronic stress (and the extra adrenaline associated with that) to deal with their ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlgl1e/has_anyone_unknowingly_used_chronic_stress_and/ |
ZestycloseShelter107 | [removed] | 2021-12-21T15:03:11.000Z | rlghm3 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Poor circulation on meds? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlghm3/poor_circulation_on_meds/ |
SevereTechnology | Is forgetting things like left/right, padlock codes and the difference between the symbol for shuffle and repeat ADHD related?
Question came about as I’m listening to Spotify and had to hover over shuffle and repeat to remember which was which lol.
Recently diagnosed and trying to piece together all my weird quirks. ... | 2021-12-21T14:57:45.000Z | rlgdfu | 8 | 3 | ADHD | Is not knowing things like left/right, padlock codes and the difference between the symbol for shuffle and repeat ADHD related? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlgdfu/is_not_knowing_things_like_leftright_padlock/ |
No-Chest2306 | I've been zoning out pretty much constantly at work yesterday and today. I've got a very nice boss so she let me take a bunch of days off on short notice, and I just have tomorrow at work until blissfull freedom.
Any advice to keep tomorrow from being as zoned out as today until I get some rest? How do you usually sta... | 2021-12-21T14:56:42.000Z | rlgcof | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Zoning out constantly | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlgcof/zoning_out_constantly/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-21T14:54:50.000Z | rlgbda | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Is forgetting things like left/right, padlock codes and the difference between the symbol for shuffle and repeat ADHD related? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlgbda/is_forgetting_things_like_leftright_padlock_codes/ |
meeeud | I was recently diagnosed with ADHD and Binge Eating disorder at the age of 44. For reference, im a bigger gal at 145lbs and 5’4”. I see a nurse practitioner over video appointments. She started me on 10mg of Vyvanse 2 months ago. I noticed some relief but quickly realized it wasn’t helping that much. She changed my sc... | 2021-12-21T14:53:12.000Z | rlga6i | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Is this normal? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlga6i/is_this_normal/ |
UniversityClean1855 | Hi. I know it must be difficult to maintain attention on long posts. So I am going to keep this as short as possible.
Like I mentioned, I really suck with executive functioning and time management. I am never able to meet deadlines or predict how long something will take.
I have heard organizing and to-do apps can b... | 2021-12-21T14:49:38.000Z | rlg7m3 | 4 | 2 | ADHD | Need some tips because I suck ass at executive functioning, time management and body language. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlg7m3/need_some_tips_because_i_suck_ass_at_executive/ |
_timewaster | Does anyone if there’s any free support groups for ADHD for accountability and check ins? I’m looking for someone who I can text my daily goals in the morning and then check in with them at the end of the night to reflect on what I accomplished. Having another person holding me accountable on the other side usually mot... | 2021-12-21T14:46:31.000Z | rlg5gs | 2 | 3 | ADHD | ADHD accountability support? | 0.8 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlg5gs/adhd_accountability_support/ |
Waffles912 | Pretty much my whole life, I've had trouble waking up on time. I have something like 15-20 alarms, they read out the time, and I change the sounds around when I notice them getting less effective. I generally try to get 7-8 hours of sleep. It's caused problems at work, and I really don't know what to do about it. Like ... | 2021-12-21T14:43:40.000Z | rlg3ih | 9 | 1 | ADHD | Any tips for actually waking up on time? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlg3ih/any_tips_for_actually_waking_up_on_time/ |
Green35793 | So i ran out of ADHD medicine and I’ve honestly forgotten how much of a pain in the ass burnout is. I’m constantly tired, i don’t have ANY motivation to do or complete any tasks, I’m hungry all day, no idea why. To make matters worse i have a friend coming over to help me with an art project and i don’t need the stupid... | 2021-12-21T14:41:55.000Z | rlg2bi | 608 | 2,058 | ADHD | What do you guys do to fight burnout when you’re off your meds? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlg2bi/what_do_you_guys_do_to_fight_burnout_when_youre/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-21T14:39:10.000Z | rlg0dy | 1 | 1 | ADHD | What do you guys do to fight burnout when you’re off your meds? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlg0dy/what_do_you_guys_do_to_fight_burnout_when_youre/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-21T14:34:11.000Z | rlfx9o | 1 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD accountability support? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlfx9o/adhd_accountability_support/ |
dartsshroomboom | So for context I was diagnosed at a very early age and put on medication Iv always hated medication and what it did to me Iv tried Ritalin Vyvanse Adderall Stratera (I don’t really remember how to spell the last one) but either way I just never liked meds and noticed growing up my friends who also have adhd didn’t lik... | 2021-12-21T14:33:52.000Z | rlfx1x | 18 | 1 | ADHD | medicated or unmedicated? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlfx1x/medicated_or_unmedicated/ |
CheeseWaffles23 | So there's something I realized about myself and something I also find very annoying, it's that I have a hard time understanding things unless people specify what they're trying to say. So for example, a few days ago, my manager at work told me to make revisions, but I couldn't specifically understand what he's r... | 2021-12-21T14:30:48.000Z | rlfuwm | 29 | 134 | ADHD | I think I lack common sense and I can only understand what others want when they're being specific | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlfuwm/i_think_i_lack_common_sense_and_i_can_only/ |
ilikesnails420 | heyy all, so I wanted to see if anyone in the community here has any helpful suggestions.
so im going to Africa for my dissertation research, (withholding country info rn for anonymity), yayy! ill be there for 9 months, and of course the max amount of my Adderall XR my psychiatrist is able to give me is, well, only 30... | 2021-12-21T14:28:46.000Z | rlfte9 | 4 | 4 | ADHD | ADHD abroad? accessing medications | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlfte9/adhd_abroad_accessing_medications/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-21T14:28:15.000Z | rlft0e | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I only understand things when they're specific, am I the only one? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlft0e/i_only_understand_things_when_theyre_specific_am/ |
Doctathunder | Edit: maybe this could be found in a mega thread, but they seem like a complete shit show to sort through tbh.
My nurse practitioner suggests I try strattera before adderall. What are the pros/cons of one vs. the other. I’ve tried the strattera twice, both in the morning, both on weekend days, I didn’t like the drows... | 2021-12-21T14:27:00.000Z | rlfs6p | 3 | 2 | ADHD | Hey everyone! It’s been years since I’ve been medicated. To better communication with my fiancé and organization I’m going try some. I’m looking for help and advice. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlfs6p/hey_everyone_its_been_years_since_ive_been/ |
Doctathunder | [removed] | 2021-12-21T14:17:54.000Z | rlflzh | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Hello! It’s been years since I’ve been medicated. To better communication with my fiancé, and organization I’m going to start medicating myself. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlflzh/hello_its_been_years_since_ive_been_medicated_to/ |
Halapen0 | Hi all,
So I have been recently diagnosed with HF ADHD, Bipolar, and BPD (from 3 different psychiatrists) and I just have some questions that I haven't really been able to find the answers to or decipher myself.
I am a 33-year-old male, who has recently (last 6 months) been prescribed Dextroamphetamine for the ADHD ... | 2021-12-21T14:15:33.000Z | rlfkfw | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Sincere questions for the community...I need help here. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlfkfw/sincere_questions_for_the_communityi_need_help/ |
bubbletea96 | This might be a shot in the dark but I’m desperate. Any recs for a female (preferably woman-of-colour) psychiatrist and/or psychotherapist who specializes in ADHD in Toronto? Or the Greater Toronto Area… or anywhere in Ontario really, if they take video consultations. I really really need a diagnosis and medication, an... | 2021-12-21T14:13:09.000Z | rlfiu9 | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Female/WOC psych in Toronto/Ontario? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlfiu9/femalewoc_psych_in_torontoontario/ |
Suspicious_Coffee222 | Have any of you been prescribed sleeping pills along with the stimulants?
I’m on Ritalin 3x10mg. But since its effect on me wears off very quickly (2 hours at most), if I have to study for long hours, I’m going up to 50-60mg somedays. I need to study until midnight, so I take the last dose around 7-8 pm. And I can’t f... | 2021-12-21T14:11:44.000Z | rlfhua | 17 | 2 | ADHD | Stimulants and sleeping pills | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rlfhua/stimulants_and_sleeping_pills/ |
Willeri_ | **tl:dr below**
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For elaboration the psychiatrist strongly expected that due to the fact that my deformity is extremely minor and completely asymptomatic so it came as a surprise to us both.
Needless to say I'm pretty disappointed as I have already failed to graduate high school twice (one attempt last autum... | 2021-12-21T13:43:28.000Z | rleysy | 4 | 2 | ADHD | My psychiatrist just said that the cardiologist recommended against stimulant medication due to health reasons (heart). I'm disappointed, despondent and don't know what to do. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rleysy/my_psychiatrist_just_said_that_the_cardiologist/ |
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